Leadership & Technical Development Program - Supply Chain Management

2026 Leadership & Technical Development Program - Supply Chain Management

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Caterpillar's Leadership and Technical Development Program (LTDP) for Supply Chain Management is a three‑year rotational program designed to accelerate development of entry‑level talent and provide a solid foundation for meeting challenges within supply chain. Being part of the LTDP team offers you a broad exposure to Caterpillar, presents diverse project responsibilities, engages you in a global team, provides cross‑functional job experiences and includes valuable networking opportunities with all levels of Caterpillar leadership.

This program provides the opportunity to build foundational technical and leadership skills for future success within the organization.

Caterpillar's Supply Chain track is focused on building technical capabilities for managing Supply Chain functions. This opportunity advances your development and training to build future leaders within supply chain. Upon successful completion of the three‑year program, Supply Chain professionals will be placed in a role with the expectation of being in that role a minimum of two years.

• Complete three 12‑month rotations, which are defined based on business needs.
• Be willing to travel and relocate to any participating facility in North America upon hire and throughout each rotation.
• Experience diverse project responsibilities including:
• Supply Chain
• Logistics
• Planning, Demand, & Orders
• Transportation & Packaging
• Front‑Line Leadership
• Quality

• Decision making and critical thinking, problem solving, initiative, and adaptability
• Leading and developing others
• Ability to work with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities in a constructive and collaborative manner.
• Fundamental understanding of supply chain management, demand management, and inventory management
• Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ability to quickly gain and effectively apply new skills & knowledge
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Participate in and build on our inclusive, constructive, and productive work environment
• Ensure all team member’s contributions are recognized and valued

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business/Supply Chain Management, Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or other relevant Supply Chain degree at the time of applying. Selected candidates must obtain their degree before they start.
• 2026 start dates will be a mutually agreeable Monday in either January or June.

• Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.8/4.0 (no rounding) at current institution
• Must be willing to travel and relocate domestically

• Involvement with an academic campus team or related experience
• Project or Team Leadership experience
• Previous business or technical internship/co‐op or relevant experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Please attach your resume and an unofficial copy of your transcript to your application.
• Applicants will be considered for positions throughout the United States.
• Rotation locations can be anywhere in the U.S., including but not limited to the Midwest, Southeast, Texas, and Southern California.
• Relocation is available to those that qualify.
• Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
• This position requires working onsite five days a week.

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